HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers
CPSC Recall #19-016 — October 18, 2018
Product
HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controllers for Slant/Fin boilers
Description
This recall involves the Hydrolevel HydroStat Model 3000 boiler controller which is a black rectangular control unit for residential Slant/Fin VSPH boilers. It is used on Slant/Fin boilers with a serial number between 1581920 and 2476166. The boiler controller unit has six small LED lights and the word ‘Hydrostat’ on the front. The controller says HydroStat on the front and HydroStat Model 3000 on the back. The serial number on the boiler is located on the rating plate located on the top cabinet panel.
Hazard
A malfunction in the recalled controller can cause the boiler to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Hydrolevel has received five reports of the recalled controllers failing to shut down the boilers after they reach the high temperature limit. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers with Slant/Fin model VSPH boilers should immediately contact a contractor to schedule a free repair. For assistance in locating a contractor, go to http://www.slantfin.com/locator/.
Units Affected
About 3,900 (in addition, about 370 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Slant/Fin distributors, residential boiler contractors and boiler distributors nationwide from May 2012 through July 2018 for about $185 for the boiler controller
Manufacturer
Hydrolevel Company, of North Haven, Conn.
Manufactured In
United States